Skip to main content

Automotive News (Page 644)

Automotive News

This section of Torque News provides the latest auto news and updates from the car manufacturers. Every day number of news stories and editorials are published here that give our readers an overview of what is happening in the automotive industry. Read this section daily to find out about new cars, vehicle reviews and car pictures. Torque News is an automotive news website by Hareyan Publishing, LLC, dedicated to covering the latest news, reviews and opinions about the car industry.

2017_Honda_Civic_Type_R_McCants
Performance Trifecta Earns 2018 Honda Civic MotorWeek’s Drivers’ Choice Award
By Parks McCants on
MotorWeek, T.V.’s original automotive magazine remains a heavy hitter in a Youtube dominated world. 3 Key factors earn 2018 Honda Civic Motorweek’s Drivers’ Choice Award 2-years running; what are they?
Toyota says Supra returning.
Toyota Says Supra Returning - Where and When
By John Goreham on
Toyota says it will bring back the Supra. Details are slim, but here is what we know.
Lego 1968 Ford Mustang
The 1968 Ford Mustang Races into the World of Lego
By Patrick Rall on
Ford Motor Company has announced that the 1968 Mustang fastback will soon be available in Lego form, joining several other Ford performance vehicles in the Lego Speed Champions lineup.
Alex Bowman #88 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1
New Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Race Car Grabs the Daytona 500 Pole
By Patrick Rall on
The #88 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 driven by Alex Bowman turned in the quickest qualifying time this past weekend during single-car qualifying for the 2018 Daytona 500, with the new Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series race car the start that Chevy fans were expecting.
2018 Subaru Crosstrek, Review, 2.0i Limited
New Subaru Crosstrek; A Crossover You’ll Want To Get Dirty
By Denis Flierl on
This week we drive the all-new 2018 Subaru Crosstrek. It’s a compact crossover you’ll want to get dirty.
Hagan's Team Celebrates 2018 Win #1
DSR Dodge Charger Funny Cars Shine in NHRA Season Opener
By Patrick Rall on
Matt Hagan and his Don Schumacher Racing Dodge Charger R/T funny car opened the 2018 NHRA season with a win this past weekend in Pomona while two of his three teammates made it into the final four – along with 2017 champion and Camaro driver Robert Hight.
2018 Nissan Frontier, Toyota Tacoma, Chevy Colorado, best resale values
Nissan Frontier #4 Vehicle In America Best To Buy New vs. Used
By Denis Flierl on
See why the new Nissan Frontier is a much better value when purchased new vs used.
2018 Subaru WRX, resale values, new vs used
Why You Don’t Want A Used Subaru WRX or These 8 Popular SUVs, Trucks
By Denis Flierl on
Are you thinking about buying a used Subaru WRX? You won’t after you see how it rides with these 8 popular SUVs and trucks.
2018 Volvo XC60 T6 AWD Inscription, New car Review
2018 Volvo XC60 T6 AWD Inscription Does it With Class
By Denis Flierl on
This week, we drive the redesigned 2018 Volvo XC60 and give it a test at altitude. Check out the Inscriptions added class.
2018_toyota_Camry_McCants
2018 Toyota Camry Flirts With Affordable Perfection
By Parks McCants on
Short Story: I’m captivated by the visual re-do of the iconic Toyota Camry. Toyota design did a commendable job of elevating the mark’s bread and butter sedan to the next level in Lexus-like body styling. Does Camry’s drive performance live up to its new found dynamic body Styling?
2018 Subaru WRX STI, 2018 WRX, 50th Anniversary models, Gold paint
2018 Subaru WRX STI Looks Too Chic In Heritage Blue
By Denis Flierl on
The 2018 Subaru WRX STI 50th anniversary edition comes in one color. Heritage Blue is too chic for the performance car.
Mopar-Modified 2019 Ram 1500 Big Horn
4 Mopar Performance Upgrades for the 2019 Ram 1500 Debut in Chicago
By Patrick Rall on
FCA’s Mopar division has used the Chicago Auto Show to introduce a long list of aftermarket upgrades for the all-new 2019 Ram 1500, including four performance modifications in the form of beadlock wheels, a suspension lift kit, a cat-back exhaust system and the innovative Ram AirFlor cold air intake system.
Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Logo
No Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 in Chicago
By Patrick Rall on
The media days for the 2018 Chicago Auto Show have come and gone without any mention of the Ford Mustang Shelby GT500, so those waiting for the super-Stang will have to wait until New York in April as the next possible debut location.
2018 Nissan Titan, Titan, XD Crew Cab 4x4, Chicago Auto Show
New Nissan Titan Gets A Lift From ICON Vehicle Dynamics
By Denis Flierl on
Need a lift? See what Nissan is offering on their 2018 Titan and Titan XD Crew Cab 4x4 models.
2018 Subaru Outback 3.6R, 2018 Subaru Legacy 3.6R, turbocharged Outback
Look For Subaru To Axe Outback, Legacy 3.6R Models
By Denis Flierl on
If you want a 3.6R Outback or Legacy model, you better get one now. Check out what Subaru has planned for their next-generation Outback.
VW 2018 Atlas
VW Atlas Wins MotorWeek Best Large Utility Award
By Marc Stern on
Volkswagen's 2018 three-row crossover, the Atlas, continues to shine as the SUV received MotorWeek's Best Large Utility Award at the Chicago Auto Show, the biggest consumer-driven auto show.
Mazda Skyactive X beats diesel.
Forget Diesel - Mazda Says New Gas Engine Has Diesel Fuel Efficiency and Torque
By John Goreham on
Mazda’s new Skyactiv-X engine will have 30 percent more torque and matches the efficiency of its diesel engine using regular unleaded fuel.
Million-mile Toyota Prius driver shares his secrets.
Driver With 1 Million Driven Toyota Prius Miles & Owner of a 300,000 Mile Toyota Prius Shares High-Mileage Secrets
By John Goreham on
Have you ever wondered what owners of extremely high mileage cars do to keep them running smoothly? One Toyota Prius owner tells all.
C7 Corvette Rear Transmission
Why the Camaro and Corvette Don't Share Every Transmission
By Patrick Rall on
The Chevrolet Camaro and Corvette share the LT1 and LT4 engines, but they don’t share all of their transmissions and with so many readers asking why, today we take a look at the most basic reason why the two top GM performance cars don’t share the same gearbox options.
Shelby Mustang GT500 Miller Mug Shot
Shelby Mustang GT500 Miller Arrested for Driving without a License
By Patrick Rall on
That title is correct, we didn’t mean the driver of a Shelby Mustang GT500, we meant to say that someone named Shelby Mustang GT500 Miller was arrested last week for a variety of charges including driving without insurance or a license.
2018 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro
2019 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro Gets a Snorkel & New Shocks – Images and Specs
By John Goreham on
For 2019, Toyota refreshes the Tacoma TRD Pro with more goodies for off-road fans.
2018 Subaru Outback, 2018 Subaru Forester, 2018 Subaru Crosstrek, 50th anniversary models
Subaru 50th Anniversary Lineup; Pricing and Details Announced
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru announced their 50th-anniversary lineup. See how much each limited edition model costs.
2018 Subaru Crosstrek, Kelly Blue Book 2018 5-Year Cost to Own Awards
How Much It Costs You To Own New River-Crossing Subaru Crosstrek
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru rolls out the new 2018 Crosstrek with river-crossing ability—find out how the new Crossover performs in KBB’s 2018 5-Year Cost to Own Awards.
Dan Sagan's Chevy Camaro RS SS
February Camaro of The Month: Dan Sagan's 1969 Camaro RS SS
By Patrick Rall on
The TorqueNews / Camaros Unlimited Camaro of the Month for February 2018 is the 1969 Chevy Camaro RS SS shown above, owned by Dan Sagan.
Australian Camaro on Social Media
The 2018 Chevrolet Camaro is Hitting Australian Shores
By Patrick Rall on
The 2018 Chevrolet Camaro SS is being offered in Australia by the Holden Special Vehicles (HSV) division and based on posts on social media, the first units have arrived Down Under - heading off to the right-drive conversion before being handed over to the buyers.
U.S. Ford Ranger Raptor timing and specs.
Ford Ranger Raptor Is Coming - Here's How We Know, Specs, and When It Arrives
By John Goreham on
Other publications are re-posting each others' hopes and dreams. Here are the facts on why a Ford Ranger Raptor is coming to the U.S. and when you can buy it. Also we know few things about the new Ford Ranger Raptor's specs.
2018 Dodge Durango SRT
Dodge Durango SRT Gets 4 New Sporty Options
By Patrick Rall on
Dodge announced this morning that the 2018 Durango SRT will benefit from four sporty new options, including two that are available on R/T models as well and one that improves performance.
2018 Subaru Crosstrek, plug-in hybrid, all-electric, EV
New Subaru PHEV Launches Soon; How It Utilizes Toyota Prius Prime Technology
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru is developing an all-new plug-in hybrid all-wheel-drive vehicle with the help of a few friends. What will it have in common with the Toyota Prius Prime?
2018 Kia Stinger, Stinger GT, 2018 World Car Awards, top Super Bowl LII ads
Kia Stinger Gets Biggest Lift of All Automakers From Super Bowl LII Spot
By Denis Flierl on
The all-new Kia Stinger could be the hottest new car from South Korea they’ve ever built. Look what happened from their Super Bowl ad.
2018 Subaru WRX STI Type RA NBR, Prodrive, record attempt
New Record Attempt Coming For Subaru WRX STI Type RA
By Denis Flierl on
Prodrive is getting the Subaru WRX STI Type RA ready for a new record attempt run.
Subscribe to